1.2 Safety instructions for users WARNING The overflow from the safety valves must NOT be sealed or plugged. The product front and electric junction boxes must NOT be covered. The product must NOT be modified or changed from its original state. Children must NOT play with the product or go near it without supervision.
2. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 2.1 Product identification 2.2 Intended use Identification details for your product can be found Optima OGC is designed to deliver hot water and on the type plate fixed to the product. The type hydronic heat from an electrical and/or external plate contains details of the product in accordance energy source.
2.7 Technical and performance specifications Description Unit OGC 300 Part number 80800277 Actual capacity of the water tank at 20°C - upper/lower 225/65 Outer diameter of the tank Ø595 Height of the appliance 1776 Gross weight of the appliance Net weight of appliance once filled with sanitary water Material of element Incoloy 825 Thermal insulation material...
3.5 Requirements for installation location and positioning CAUTION The cylinder must be installed complying with current building regulations. The product shall be placed in a dry and permanently frost-free position. The product shall be placed on a floor suitable for the total weight of the product when in operation.
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sure the pipes are fitted uninterruptable, undam- aged and frost-free. See illustration on page 17. 3.6.3 Fitting pipes to coil and buffer volume A) Approved pipes of a suitable dimension can be fitted to coil connections (3) and (4). B) Approved pipes of a suitable dimension can be fitted to buffer volume connections (5).
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3.6.4 Fitting instructions WARNING The product shall be filled with water before the power is switched on. Upper vessel shall be filled first. Discharge must comply with current building regulations. CAUTION The cylinder must be installed in compliance with current building regulations. Liability for consequential damage will only apply if this is followed.
3.7 Electrical installation Fixed electrical fittings must be used for instal- lation of OGC domestic heating units. Any elec- Safety tric fittings must be installed by an authorised cut-out electrician. The relevant standards and regula- tions must be followed. 3.7.1 Electrical components Component Note THERM-O-DISC...
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3.7.5 Fitting instructions WARNING The product shall be filled with water before the power is switched on. Upper cylinder shall be filled first. Fixed electrical fittings must be used for installation. Any electric fittings must be installed by an authorised electrician. Components for disconnection must be included in the fixed electrical installation in accordance with applicable standards and regulations.
4. COMMISSIONING 4.1 Commissioning and filling is not at risk of exposure to mechanical, ther- Upper vessel: mal or chemical damage. Check all connections for correct fitment C) Check that any discharge pipe (4) from the safety valve overflow is kept uninterrupt- and tightness.
that the water in the vessel can be very hot, WARNING take necessary precautions. After draining close drain cock. Close all open The water temperature in the product can be up taps. to 70°C and could cause scalding. Before emp- tying, a hot tap should be opened to the max.
5. USER GUIDE, SAFETY AND SERVICING Maintenance must be carried out by a compe- WARNING tent person. Continuous voltage is present at the terminals in the 5.1 Safety cut out junction boxes. Before any electrical work is done, The safety cut-out operates if: the power supply must be disconnected and secured a.
5.2.3 Adjusting the feet label it must be restored to the original value. The product is equipped with three factory fitted Do not remove expansion vessel without depres- feet (F), adjustable from 0-40 mm. Unscrew the surising the cylinder and draining 10 litres of water feet a minimum of 15 mm from the bottom of the from the drain valve at the base of the cylinder product.
otherwise come into contact with discharges, a collect such discharges (tundish visible). wire cage or similar guard is positioned to prevent contact, whilst maintaining visibility. Where a single common discharge pipe serves Discharge at high level, i.e. into a metal hop- more than one system, it should be at least one per and metal down pipe with the end of the pipe size larger than the largest individual dis-...
6. TROUBLESHOOTING 6.1 Faults and fixes If problems arise when the product is in use, tact the installer (see Installation, Commissioning check for possible faults and fixes in the table. If and Service Record Log Book at the back of this the problem is not shown in the troubleshoot- manual.).
TROUBLESHOOTING HEATING SYSTEM - LOWER CYLINDER Problem Possible cause of fault Possible solution Check the fuses and power supply The system lacks power wires Listen to or feel the pump (NB: the pump may Circulation pump is out of opera- be hot) to check whether it is running.
8. WARRANTY CONDITIONS - applies to UK only 1. Scope The Manufacturer (hereinafter called MAN) warrants for 2 years -Saturation Index (LSI) @80°C > - 1,0 / < 0,8 from the date of purchase, that the Product will: i) conform to MAN - pH level >...
IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE INSTALLER TO COMPLETE THIS LOG BOOK AND PASS IT ON TO THE CUSTOMER. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY INVALIDATE THE CYLINDER GUARANTEE The code of practice for the installation, commissioning & servicing of mains pressure hot water storage Installation,Commissioning Installation,Commissioning and Service Record Log Book...
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INSTALLER & COMMISSIONING ENGINEER DETAILS INSTALLER DETAILS DATE COMPANY NAME ADDRESS TEL No. INSTALLER NAME REGISTRATION DETAILS REGISTERED OPERATIVE ID CARD No. (IF APPLICABLE) COMMISSIONING ENGINEER (IF DIFFERENT) DATE NAME ADDRESS TEL No. REGISTRATION DETAILS REGISTERED OPERATIVE ID CARD No. (IF APPLICABLE) APPLIANCE &...
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COMMISSIONING PROCEDURE INFORMATION BOILER PRIMARY SETTINGS (INDIRECT HEATING ONLY) ALL BOILERS IS THE PRIMARY A SEALED OR OPEN VENTED SYSTEM? SEALED OPEN WHAT IS THE BOILER FLOW TEMPERATURE? ALL MAINS PRESSURISED SYSTEMS WHAT IS INCOMING STATIC COLD WATER PRESSURE AT THE INLET TO THE PRESSURE REDUCING VALVE? HAS STRAINER (IF FITTED) BEEN CLEANED OF INSTALLATION DEBRIS? HAS A WATER SCALE REDUCER BEEN FITTED?
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SERVICE INTERVAL RECORD It is recommended that your hot water system is serviced regularly and that your service engineer completes the appropriate Service Interval Record below. SERVICE PROVIDER Before completing the appropriate Service Interval Record below, please ensure you have carried out the service as described in the manufacturer’s instructions and in compliance with all relevant codes of practice.
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